North Safari Sapporo, a private zoo in Sapporo, closed on Sept. 30 after 20 years. The zoo has over 300 animals, and people are worried abo･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Built Toilets With Transparent Walls, But They Can Solve Problems With Hygiene And Safety
Public restrooms with totally transparent walls don’t seem like the greatest idea at first sight, but they are actually an innovative design that can solve some problems associated with public ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling party votes for a new leader, hoping to regain public trust and stay in power
Japan’s long-governing party will choose a new leader to replace Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in a key party vote on Saturday, as it hopes to regain public support and stay in power. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling party to vote for second new leader in a year
The first female or youngest-ever PM could be elected as part of five candidates running for the LDP's top job. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s next leader may be its first woman as LDP seeks change
The new party president is still likely to become prime minister because the LDP still has the most seats in the lower house ... ( read original story ...)
Trump wants Japan to fund his government’s ambitious government spending. What’s in it for them?
The Trump administration has big plans for the massive pot of money promised by Japan and other countries as part of their trade deals with the United States. But the eye-popping sums, as well as the ... ( read original story ...)
INTERCONTINENTAL DEBUTS IN HOKKAIDO WITH THE OPENING OF SAPPORO’S FIRST INTERNATIONAL LUXURY HOTEL, INTERCONTINENTAL SAPPORO (Japan)
InterContinental, the world's first and largest international luxury hotel brand, continues its legacy of pioneering in new destinations with the opening of InterContinental Sapporo, offering guests ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya man suspected of placing 1,095 fraudulent food delivery orders
The 38-year-old is alleged to have signed up and then canceled membership for the Demae-can service repeatedly, making false claims to avoid payments totaling about ¥3.7 million. ( read original story ...)
Where is Japan’s EEZ? Tokyo’s complaint over Chinese survey ship marks unresolved issue
A Chinese survey ship has reportedly entered Japanese waters in the East China Sea over three days in the past week. ( read original story ...)
What to Know About Japan’s Leadership Election
Japan’s beleaguered governing party will convene for a crucial election that could pave the way for the first female prime minister or the youngest leader in 140 years. ( read original story ...)
Asahi Cyberattack Stokes Fear Japan Could Run Dry of Its Favorite Beer
Four days after Asahi Group was targeted by a cyberattack, output at many of the brewer’s plants in Japan remains offline. ( read original story ...)
Ex-day care worker acquitted of assault sues Japan, Tokyo gov’ts, says police hid evidence
A former worker at a day care center who has been acquitted of charges including assault against children sued the Japanese government and th･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 ends week at record high
Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index rose sharply on Friday to finish the week at a record high. The gain came after all three major equity indices on Wall Street hit new highs. ( read original story ...)
WWF Japan: Tokyo area animal cafes pose infection risk
WWF Japan says some so-called animal cafes in the Tokyo area fail to follow hygiene procedures and pose an infectious disease risk to visitors. The venues allow customers to feed and pet exotic ... ( read original story ...)
No trick or treat? Tokyo’s Shibuya announces measures to prevent Halloween disruptions
The government of Tokyo's Shibuya Ward on Oct. 2 announced measures to address potential issues around Shibuya Station during the Halloween p ... ( read original story ...)
The Yen weakens following Ueda’s remarks in Osaka
BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda confirmed inflation is on track but warned of global uncertainties that could hurt wage growth. ( read original story ...)